Preparation for adult circumcision and other procedures is available here. All adults require an assessment and consultation before circumcision and other procedures. This can be done at the clinic. The discussion can occur either before or on the day of the operation, and all procedures are carried out at South Woodford, East London, and Leyton Clinic, London.
A remote video consultation can be arranged if you live far away and avoid travelling before the procedure. Individual face-to-face consultation or follow-up is also available.
If circumcision is not performed for any medical reason after assessment in the clinic, the consultation fee will be charged. We will also provide specialist advice, and a referral letter will be given to your GP for further management.
What do you need to do?
- Please read the information carefully on our website
- Please contact us if you have any questions before the appointment.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the appointment.
- Please wear tight underwear to restrict movement
- Please take pain killer 1 hour before the appointment
- Bring your earphones or headphones to listen to or watch anything on your phone during your operation
- Stop any blood thinning medication after your GP’s advice
Preparation for Procedures
Pubic Hair
Shave your pubic hair. This prevents infection during the operation and prevents hairs from becoming painfully trapped in the bandaging afterwards. Trim your pubic hair a few days before the procedure to allow the cut ends to soften again.
Sex
There will be up to six weeks after circumcision when you cannot indulge in sex. It is desirable, therefore, that you reduce your desires beforehand. On the morning of the operation, have sex with your partner or masturbate to climax.
Alcohol
Please refrain from consuming alcohol, whether with or without a meal, before the circumcision, as it can lead to dehydration and may reduce the effectiveness of the local anaesthetic.
Aspirin and blood-thinning medicine
Avoid taking Aspirin or any blood-thinning medication after your GP’s advice one week before and after the operation. These medications can thin the blood and have an anti-clotting effect, which may increase bleeding from the wound following the circumcision.
Hygiene
On the morning of the circumcision, ensure that you take a good bath or shower with an antiseptic solution (HibiScrub Antimicrobial Skin Cleanser) and pay particular attention to your genitals. Retract your foreskin as far as you can and clean well under it. Immediately before the time of the operation, empty your bladder.
Underwear
Adult men after the circumcision and other procedures should bring a pair of tight-fitting briefs to wear afterwards, as these will help keep the surgical dressing in place. Continue to wear these at home until the swelling and soreness have subsided.
Eat and Drinks
If you have a local anaesthetic, eat and drink as usual. Drinking enough fluids will ensure that you are well-hydrated. Vitamins E and C will promote healing.
Smoking
If you smoke, stop, as this interferes with wound healing. Smoking can slow this down and your recovery, so stop smoking before your surgery.
Time off from work
Take time off work ranging from 2 to 7 days, depending on the nature of the work.